Writing Services
Copyediting
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Mechanical Editing (spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation)
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Address technical and global issues
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Look for issues with continuity and inconsistencies
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Point out wordiness and convoluted text
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Editorial stylesheet
Line Editing
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Rewriting of wordy or convoluted text
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Strengthening prose in regard to mood and tone
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Edits in accordance with Chicago Manual of Style, content, and language
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Editorial stylesheet
Developmental Editing
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Provide guidance in reorganization of manuscript
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Comments in the margins regarding author choice, areas of improvement, and praise for good writing
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Detailed notes in regard to characters, plot, story, tone, mood, etc.
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One-hour "coaching session" and thirty minute outline evaluation
Publishing Services
Publishing Evaluation
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Prepare chapter samples, query letter, and synopsis for submission to a literary agent or publishing house
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Evaluation of the first 20,000 words of novel and edit of query letter and synopsis
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One-hour coaching call to discuss evaluation document, offer suggestions to improve the work, answer any pressing questions
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An example of an evaluation is available upon request.
Book Layout and Design
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Graphic Design
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Book Cover Design
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Typography
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Editorial Layout
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Logo Design
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Illustration including icons, infographics, children’s book illustrations
E-Book and Paperback Publishing
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Format manuscript (.docx) into e-book file for IngramSpark
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Complete "Book Details" and "Book Content" sections of the Amazon Dashboard
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Proof check on formatted manuscript
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Assistance navigating IngramSpark dashboards
Editing Services
Ghostwriting
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Write complete book based on outline or from scratch in various genres
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Extensive rewrites on a completed book
Writer Coaching
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Assist writer during the writing process
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Reading time to assess progress of writing
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Coaching calls to discuss progress and help plan book
Request Editing Services
Fill out the form and upload a sample up to 5,000 words